The Washington Capitals recalled Hershey Bears defenseman Justin Holl on Nov. 9, 2026, after he recorded three assists in nine games with Hershey this season.
Washington senior vice president and general manager Chris Patrick announced the transaction. Holl, 34, has played in three games with the Capitals this season and scored two goals.
Justin Holl reaches NHL milestone
Holl became the first defenseman in Washington franchise history to score in each of his first two games with the team. He also scored in his first two games with the Toronto Maple Leafs during the 2017-18 season.
That made Holl the first defenseman in NHL history to score a goal in each of his first two regular-season games with multiple franchises. He has recorded 99 points, including 16 goals and 83 assists, in 408 career NHL games with Washington, St. Louis, Detroit and Toronto.
The Chicago Blackhawks drafted Holl in the second round, 54th overall, of the 2010 NHL Draft. He has appeared in 244 career American Hockey League games with Rockford, Toronto, Grand Rapids and Hershey, collecting 85 points, including 22 goals and 63 assists.
Holl has collected three assists in nine games with the Bears this season.
Hershey Bears schedule next home game
The Hershey Bears will continue the 2026-27 season when they host the Hamilton Hammers on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 7 p.m. at GIANT Center for Hometown Heroes Night. This event will honor military members and veterans and also features a Berks Dollar Dog night, with Berks hot dogs available for $1 at select concourse locations, according to the Hershey Bears promotional schedule.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Justin Holl’s recall follows a productive start with the Washington Capitals, where he scored two goals in three games. His three assists in nine games with the Hershey Bears also give context to his 2026-27 season before the transaction.
The Hershey Bears are scheduled to return home against the Hamilton Hammers on Nov. 11 at GIANT Center. The game will combine the Hometown Heroes Night recognition of military members and veterans with the Berks Dollar Dog promotion.
Source: Hershey Bears Official Report: Capitals Recall Defenseman Justin Holl
